Manhattan Portable Changeable Message Signs

Status

Existing

Description

This element represents Manhattan's portable changeable message signs. Those signs are used for special event traffic management, work zone traffic management, and potentially for providing travel time information. The signs are programmed and controlled locally. Future enhancements may include adding communications capabilities to allow signs to be remotely accessed and controlled by the Manhattan Traffic Operations Facility.

Stakeholders

StakeholderRoleRole Status
City of Manhattan Public WorksOwnsExisting

Physical Objects

ITS Roadway Equipment
Connected Vehicle Roadside Equipment
Field

Functional Objects

Functional ObjectDescriptionUser Defined
Roadway Traffic Information Dissemination'Roadway Traffic Information Dissemination' includes field elements that provide information to drivers, including dynamic message signs and highway advisory radios.False
Roadway Work Zone Traffic Control'Roadway Work Zone Traffic Control' controls traffic in areas of the roadway where maintenance and construction activities are underway, monitoring and controlling traffic using field equipment such as CCTV cameras, dynamic messages signs, and gates/barriers. Work zone speeds and delays are provided to the motorist prior to the work zones.False

Interfaces To

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Drivers
Manhattan Traffic Operations Facility